Makeup, Hair and Beauty Teacher at Barnsley College, Barnsley

Makeup, Hair and Beauty Teacher 

Catering, Hospitality and Hair and Beauty 

Salary: £30,702 to £34,484 per annum 

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time, 37 hours per week 

Starting Salary - Appointments are normally made at the bottom of the salary scale. A higher starting salary may be considered in exceptional circumstances. 

Reference: REC2537 | Closing Date: Sunday 1st November 2026 

The Opportunity  

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, learner-focused and inspirational individual to join our outstanding curriculum team as a Make Up, Hair and Beauty Teacher. You will plan and deliver engaging practical and theory sessions across make-up artistry, hair and beauty, using effective teaching, learning and assessment methods to develop our students' knowledge, skills, behaviours and professional confidence. 

Working as part of a supportive team, you will help learners progress and achieve their goals, supporting their next steps into further study, higher education or employment. You will also contribute to practical demonstrations, assessment, industry-standard portfolio development, enrichment activities and the safe, professional operation of our specialist learning environment.  

 About You 

We are looking for an innovative and enthusiastic teacher who understands the importance of an excellent student experience. You will bring current industry knowledge and practical expertise, alongside the ability to motivate learners and adapt your approach to meet individual needs. 
 
You will have strong communication, teamwork and organisational skills, a positive and flexible approach, and a clear commitment to high standards of health and safety, hygiene, infection prevention and professional practice. Experience of working in a salon environment is essential, and experience within education or working with young people would be an advantage. 

 
If you do not currently hold the required teaching qualification but are willing to work towards it, we will support the cost of achieving this. For an informal discussion about the opportunity, please contact David Yates, Head of Department, on (phone number removed). 

Below is a list of some of the key skills, qualifications and experience we are seeking for this exciting opportunity. 

Required 

Level 2 qualification in Make up/ Hairdressing or equivalent qualifications

Teacher/ assessors qualification (or willingness to work towards)

Grade 4 (or equivalent) in English and Maths (or willingness to work towards)

A minimum of 2 year’s salon experience

Closing date for applications is Sunday 1st November 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest. 

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to demonstrate this at the point of appointment. Please note that we are unable to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this position. 

Barnsley College is committed to creating a dynamic and diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, disability, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or faith. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure from DBS. 

Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.  

We are committed to sustainability, embedding environmentally responsible practices across everything we do and preparing our learners for a low‑carbon future. Find out more about our approach: View our Sustainability Strategy